Sourcing Market Intelligence Specialist (m/f/d)

Description: 

Why join the Sourcing department?

Innovation starts with us!   

At the heart of every project, our sourcing teams develops innovative strategies for acquiring materials and services, ensuring quality partnerships and effective cost management. We are committed to providing sustainable solutions, meeting environmental standards and achieving industry-leading performance. By joining our sourcing team, you will play a key role in selecting the best suppliers and optimizing our supply chain. You will work with a passionate team, dedicated to finding innovative and sustainable solutions to the challenges of an ever-changing sector. In the Sourcing department, we are shaping tomorrow’s electrical world. You can too, Join us! 

 

As a Sourcing Market Intelligence Specialist (m/f/d) you will report to the Sourcing Excellence Senior Manager based in Blieskastel or Obernai for a permanent contract.

 

As a Sourcing Market Intelligence Specialist (m/f/d) you are responsible for providing insights into macro-level risks and trends impacting the sourcing organization. You will analyse external factors such as industry trends, global supply chain disruptions, economic shifts, and market forecasts to identify opportunities and risks that could impact sourcing strategies.

 

What you will do?

  • Lead the analysis of global and regional market trends, including geopolitical, economic, and environmental factors, to proactively identify risks and opportunities impacting sourcing and supply chain resilience
  • Deliver actionable insights and regular reports to senior leadership, supporting data-driven decisions in supplier selection, strategy development, and risk mitigation
  • Conduct competitive benchmarking and assess the supplier landscape to identify emerging markets, innovative capabilities, and potential new suppliers
  • Partner with Category Management, Risk & Compliance, Finance, and Sourcing teams to integrate market intelligence into broader sourcing strategies and ensure cross-functional alignment
  • Develop and deliver training, coaching, and workshops to equip sourcing teams with the ability to interpret and apply market intelligence in negotiations, supplier management, and strategic planning

 

What about you?

  • Degree & Experience: A relevant degree and you have got several years’ experience in sourcing for a global acting company 
  • Expertise in Market Intelligence: Demonstrated ability to gather, analyze, and interpret complex market, industry, and geopolitical data
  • Strategic Thinking: Strong track record in driving operational efficiency, optimizing processes, ensuring accountability, and delivering business impact through sound financial acumen and strategic thinking
  • Empower people: Share your expertise, create and enforce global networks with courage, integrity, and customer focus
  • Communication skills: Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey insights. Fluency in English, French and German language skills are a plus

 

What we offer?

  • Personalized onboarding experience program designed to make your first days smooth
  • Opportunities to learn and grow through Hager Group's awarded Hi University. 
  • Internal career opportunities, over 25% of our recruitments are through internal mobility

 

What are the recruitment stages? 

  • Once your CV has been selected, you will be contacted by a recruiter for an initial phone exchange.
  • You will be invited for a first interview with the hiring manager & the recruiter 
  • A second Interview will be then organized with the N+2 & the HR manager

 

Our success relies on collective energy. Apply now and power up your future with us!